Gunner

Meaning of Gunner

Gunner means "bold warrior" or "soldier."

Gunner has Scandinavian roots — browse every Scandinavian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Gunner

Gunner is climbing again, up to #506 in 2025 from #519 in 2024 after peaking at #235 in 2014.

Notable people named Gunner

• Gunner Nelson
  Icelandic mixed martial artist
• Gunner Kiel
  American football player
• Gunner Olszewski
  American football player
• Gunner Wright
  American actor
• Gunner Peterson
  Celebrity personal trainer

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Questions about the name Gunner

What does the name Gunner mean?

Gunner means gunner means "bold warrior" or "soldier.", and it comes from Scandinavian origins.

Is Gunner a boy's or a girl's name?

Gunner is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Gunner?

In 2025, Gunner ranked #506 for boys, up from #519 the year before.

When was Gunner most popular?

Gunner peaked at #235 in 2014.